1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Cortina | Indica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
